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NHL Offside Review Controversy

2019 • NHL • Referee Mistake • Video Review
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THE STORY

In the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs, during Game 7 between the Colorado Avalanche and the San Jose Sharks, a potential game-tying goal by the Avalanche was disallowed after a successful offside challenge by the Sharks. The review determined that Gabriel Landeskog had not legally tagged up at the blue line before the puck entered the offensive zone, leading to a 3-2 victory for the Sharks and their advancement to the Western Conference Final.

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WHY IT MATTERS

This incident intensified debates over the NHL's offside review system, highlighting concerns about its impact on game flow and the potential for marginal offside infractions to overturn significant goals.

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